Get Better Pictures With a 30 Second Photography Lightbox

Getting clear, concise pictures of specific items can be a real pain without the proper setup. A white sheet can do in a pinch, but a simple lightbox like this is just a step up, and provides you with clear lighting and a smooth backdrop. This instructable can be done with junk laying around the house, such as printer paper and a cardboard box.

Materials

- Gluestick or tape (to bind the sheets of paper together)
- Box that fits the object you are photographing
- Blank white paper (or of a background colour of your choosing)

You will need enough paper to cover the area you are photographing; if you are doing a simple head-on shot (which is most likely all you need), you'll just need to cover the bottom and back of the box.

If you want to get different lighting effects, you can do things like adding an incandescent lamp or sunlit window to get a warm look.

Step 1 Paper

Tape/glue the sheets together (by whatever orientation you need to fit the subject), with about a half to three quarters of an inch of paper overlapping, or however much is needed to keep them straight and not flopping around. Only put tape on one side, the position it is in when curved in the box will keep it secure.

Comments

[Prfesser]

White freezer paper is readily available in any grocery store.  Usually 18" wide.   White kraft paper on a roll:  art supply places, college bookstores, etc.  3' -4' wide is available.  Add a refrigerator box and you're good to go. :)

[agis68]

i found also this for more permanent construction.... http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Portable-Macro-Studio-For-Under-25-Probably-/

[agis68]

nice smple and cheap!!!nice shots